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The plot excited me at first, but especially the interaction between the characters was a bit childish.

Lydia Millet is a new favorite writer. Her ability to craft characters from material that sounds like real dud, is amazing. The story pulls the reader in, and wraps you in the world she creates.I will be looking for more her writing!

I was enjoying this book, but when the author compared Spanish slave pricing to the 3/5ths compromise, I immediately thought “What else is this author ignorant of in his knowledge?” Many people who have never read or understand the 3/5ths Compromise would peddle a narrative that doesn’t make sense. These people believe that it (3/5ths..

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this book is great can’t wait for the next book in this series totally in love

Great story and character development. I wish there was a bit more tie into the broader universe.

Great information about lesser known heroes of the war. Very moving and a great reminder that there is always goodness and light to be found in the world, even in the darkest of times.

This a great book and the research and the way it is put together make sense. It is finally time for the whole truth to come out.

A fun adventure that doesn’t overstay its welcome. narrator did an absolutely stellar job.

The author spends way way too much time going over and over examples of Van Go’s mental sickness.

I, too, savored this one. A small but mighty piece of writing. And the narration was absolutely perfect. If you are looking for action, forget it. But if you are looking for something to make you think and feel, this is the right book.